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Deanna Brownlee

Deanna Brownlee

October 22, 2021

Brownlee, Deanna

Age 70 of Bemidji and spent winters in Mesa, Arizona. Passed away on October 22, 2021 at home. Preceded in death by her husband, John; parents, Lester & Caroline Fritz, and Dayton & Opal Schwinger; and siblings, Velora, June, and Eldo. Survived by her children, Tonja (Troy) Lesmeister and Matt (Jody) Brownlee; grandchildren, Latidra, Annissa, Kendra, Neyo, Josie, Katy,...

Valborg E. Tollefsrud

Valborg E. Tollefsrud

October 22, 2021

Valborg E. Tollefsrud

Age 96 of Edina, born April 20, 1925 in Mohall, ND to Rev. Merwin  and Burdy Tollefsrud, passed away October 22, 2021.

Valborg is preceded in death by her brother, Luther; sisters, Lois (Wilfred) Van Haren and Carol Tollefsrud and brother-in-law, Paul Sherry.  She is survived and will be dearly missed by her sister, Ruth Sherry.

Valborg graduated from Fairview...

Benjamin D. "Ben" Mosbeck

Benjamin D. "Ben" Mosbeck

October 21, 2021

Benjamin D. "Ben" Mosbeck, age 32 of Talmoon, Minnesota, died at home on Thursday morning, October 21, 2021. Benjamin David, the son of David and Valerie (Klamar) Mosbeck, was born on November 1, 1988, in Burnsville, Minnesota. Ben attended Hastings High School where he played football and baseball, and made many life-long friends. Following his graduation with the class...

Joyce M. Morin

Joyce M. Morin

October 19, 2021

Joyce Marie Morin of Hastings died Tuesday, October 19, 2021, following a courageous battle with Parkinson’s at the Regina Assisted Living with the help of hospice. Joyce was eighty-one. She was known within her family as the Miracle Woman, just like her husband Arthur who had passed away in 2003. They both had gone through multiple health challenges. Her...

Richard M. Herrmann

Richard M. Herrmann

October 18, 2021

Richard Herrmann, age 86, passed away October 18, 2021. Richard is survived by his wife, Carol; his daughter, Sue Bohlken, daughter, Sandy (Kevin) Hays, daughter, Mary (Mitch) Ritter, son, John (Shelley) Herrmann, daughter, Ann (Dan) Vorwald and son, Jim (Brenda) Herrmann; 14 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. A Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 23,...

Nickolas P. Reuter

Nickolas P. Reuter

October 18, 2021

Nickolas Reuter, age 62, of Hastings passed away October 18, 2021. He was born in Hastings on September 18, 1959 to Paul and Elizabeth Reuter. Nickolas was known for his kind heart and vast charisma. He could bring smiles to those most in need any given day. He was a gifted artist and crafter with always a project going...

James  J. Herkenratt

James J. Herkenratt

October 18, 2021

James J. Herkenratt, age 80, of Hastings, passed away October 18, 2021. He was born on November 23, 1940 in Hastings to Catherine (Majeski) and Joseph "Lonce" Herkenratt. Jim worked for 3M and retired in 2000 after 38 years of service. He enjoyed fishing and camping with his family. He is preceded in death by his parents; and sister,...

Joseph "Joe" Niebur

Joseph "Joe" Niebur

October 16, 2021

Joseph V. Niebur, age 70 of Hastings, passed away peacefully at home on October 16, 2021 surrounded by his family. Joseph Vernon, the son of Vernon and Agatha (Nicolai) Niebur, was born on February 17, 1951, in Northfield, Minnesota. Joe loved his family. He enjoyed fishing with his grandkids, spending time at the cabin with his family, and watching...

Henry  J. Fox

Henry J. Fox

October 14, 2021

Henry John Fox, 94, of Rosemount, passed away peacefully on October 14, 2021. He was welcomed to heaven by his wife, Katie and son Robert. Henry, the son of John and Clara (Conzemius) Fox, was born on October 29, 1926. Henry was united in marriage to Catherine Shields on September 5, 1953, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Rosemount....

Betty  M. Turnbull

Betty M. Turnbull

October 13, 2021

Betty M. Turnbull, age 93 of Hastings, died peacefully with her family at her side on Wednesday evening, October 13, 2021. Betty Mae, daughter of Alvin Callahan and Inga Paulson Callahan, was born on May 13, 1928, in Norma, N.D. She is preceded in death by her parents; her sisters, Lorraine (Lloyd), Delores (Merle), Jackie, Ilene, Carmon (Eugene); brother-in-law,...

Gary R. Johnson

Gary R. Johnson

October 13, 2021

Gary R. Johnson,

age 78 of Minneapolis.  Preceded in death by daughter, Cheryl Johnson.  Survived by wife of almost 36 years, Carol; sons, David (Shannon) and Brian; grandchildren, Tyler, Myles and one on the way; and sister, Susan (Dr. Clay IV) Dean.  Memorial Service,  1:00 PM, Monday, Oct. 25, 2021,  Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Avenue So.

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Allison N. Snyder

Allison N. Snyder

October 11, 2021

Snyder, Allison N.

Age 40 of Apple Valley, passed away on October 11, 2021. She was preceded in death by her brother, Andy Strand. She is survived by her husband, Greg; parents, Bob and Joan Strand; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Gary and Elaine Snyder; brother-in-law, Brian (Stephanie) Snyder; nephews, Harrison and Vincent; dog, Duncan; many other relatives and friends. Allison was a...

Matthew J. Wenthe

Matthew J. Wenthe

October 10, 2021

On Sunday, October 10, 2021, Matthew John Wenthe, loving husband and father of four, passed away with his family by his side, following a courageous battle with cancer, at the age of 46. Matthew was born on October 20, 1974, in Princeton, New Jersey, to Dean and Linda (Arnholt) Wenthe. Matthew spent most of his childhood years growing up...

Marjorie D. Mccanney

Marjorie D. Mccanney

October 10, 2021

Marjorie D. McCanney

Age 88 of Minneapolis, born May 13, 1933 in Duluth, MN to Edgar & Leah Miller, passed away October 10, 2021.

Marge was born and raised in Duluth and graduated from Denfeld HS.

She is preceded in death by her brother, Doug Miller.

Marge will be dearly missed by her husband, Robert “Bob”; son, Kevin; daughter, Julie and brother, Harris Miller.

Memorial...

Donald J. Halloff, Sr.

Donald J. Halloff, Sr.

October 10, 2021

Donald J. Halloff, Sr.

Age 78 of Bloomington, born February 17, 1943 in Minneapolis to Howard and Audrey Halloff, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on October 10, 2021.

He is preceded in death by his first wife, Johanna.

Don will be dearly missed by his loving wife of 19 years, Georgia; children: Scott, Don, Jr. (fiancée, Patty McKay), John (Hye Kyong), Paul...

Constance  E. Hoolehan

Constance E. Hoolehan

October 9, 2021

Constance E. "Connie" Hoolehan, age 90 of Hastings, died peacefully at Regina Medical Center on Saturday evening, October 9, 2021. Constance Elizabeth, the daughter of Conrad and Elizabeth (Pixley) Lein, was born on May 21, 1931, in Hudson, Wisconsin. Following her graduation from Hudson High School, Connie was united in marriage to Herman N. Holzemer in 1950, and they...

Margie E. Bergren

Margie E. Bergren

October 9, 2021

Bergren, Margie E.

Age 98, born in Lake Benton, MN, and former resident of South Minneapolis. Passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Oct. 9, 2021. Preceded in death by her loving husband of 75 years, Robert; parents, Nettie and Christie Nielsen; sisters, Lovilla, Deloris, Cleo and Joanie; and brothers, Lester and Waldon. Survived by children, Joyce (Robert) Iverson and Robert...

Kerry Flom

Kerry Flom

October 8, 2021

Kerry J. Flom, age 72 of Hastings, died peacefully on Friday afternoon, October 8, 2021, at United Hospital in St. Paul. Kerry Jane, the daughter of Frank and Ivedell (Wittua) O'Brien, was born on March 14, 1949, in Red Wing. She attended Hastings school district and graduated with the class of 1967. Kerry then briefly continued her education at...

Sean Kelsh

Sean Kelsh

October 8, 2021

Sean P. Kelsh, age 56 of Plum City, Wisconsin, died suddenly but peacefully at home on Friday afternoon, October 8, 2021. Sean Patrick, the son of Patrick and Patti (Gorny) Kelsh, was born on September 19, 1965, in Red Wing, Minnesota. At a young age, Sean's family briefly moved to Kansas City and later to Hastings where he attended...

Gary G. Zeimes

Gary G. Zeimes

October 6, 2021

Zeimes, Gary G.

Age 76 of Apple Valley, passed away on Oct. 6, 2021. Survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Barbara “Barbie”; children, Andy, Jennifer, and Jason (Sarah); grandchildren, Brooklyn, Bennett, Zachary, Maggie, Tyler, and Makenna; other relatives and friends. Gary was an avid hunter, fisherman, and snowmobiler. He loved spending time at the lake with his family and...

Deanna Brownlee

Deanna Brownlee

October 22, 2021

Brownlee, Deanna

Age 70 of Bemidji and spent winters in Mesa, Arizona. Passed away on October 22, 2021 at home. Preceded in death by her husband, John; parents, Lester & Caroline Fritz, and Dayton & Opal Schwinger; and siblings, Velora, June, and Eldo. Survived by her children, Tonja (Troy) Lesmeister and Matt (Jody) Brownlee; grandchildren, Latidra, Annissa, Kendra, Neyo, Josie, Katy,...

Valborg E. Tollefsrud

Valborg E. Tollefsrud

October 22, 2021

Valborg E. Tollefsrud

Age 96 of Edina, born April 20, 1925 in Mohall, ND to Rev. Merwin  and Burdy Tollefsrud, passed away October 22, 2021.

Valborg is preceded in death by her brother, Luther; sisters, Lois (Wilfred) Van Haren and Carol Tollefsrud and brother-in-law, Paul Sherry.  She is survived and will be dearly missed by her sister, Ruth Sherry.

Valborg graduated from Fairview...

Benjamin D. "Ben" Mosbeck

Benjamin D. "Ben" Mosbeck

October 21, 2021

Benjamin D. "Ben" Mosbeck, age 32 of Talmoon, Minnesota, died at home on Thursday morning, October 21, 2021. Benjamin David, the son of David and Valerie (Klamar) Mosbeck, was born on November 1, 1988, in Burnsville, Minnesota. Ben attended Hastings High School where he played football and baseball, and made many life-long friends. Following his graduation with the class...

Joyce M. Morin

Joyce M. Morin

October 19, 2021

Joyce Marie Morin of Hastings died Tuesday, October 19, 2021, following a courageous battle with Parkinson’s at the Regina Assisted Living with the help of hospice. Joyce was eighty-one. She was known within her family as the Miracle Woman, just like her husband Arthur who had passed away in 2003. They both had gone through multiple health challenges. Her...

Richard M. Herrmann

Richard M. Herrmann

October 18, 2021

Richard Herrmann, age 86, passed away October 18, 2021. Richard is survived by his wife, Carol; his daughter, Sue Bohlken, daughter, Sandy (Kevin) Hays, daughter, Mary (Mitch) Ritter, son, John (Shelley) Herrmann, daughter, Ann (Dan) Vorwald and son, Jim (Brenda) Herrmann; 14 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. A Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 23,...

Nickolas P. Reuter

Nickolas P. Reuter

October 18, 2021

Nickolas Reuter, age 62, of Hastings passed away October 18, 2021. He was born in Hastings on September 18, 1959 to Paul and Elizabeth Reuter. Nickolas was known for his kind heart and vast charisma. He could bring smiles to those most in need any given day. He was a gifted artist and crafter with always a project going...

James  J. Herkenratt

James J. Herkenratt

October 18, 2021

James J. Herkenratt, age 80, of Hastings, passed away October 18, 2021. He was born on November 23, 1940 in Hastings to Catherine (Majeski) and Joseph "Lonce" Herkenratt. Jim worked for 3M and retired in 2000 after 38 years of service. He enjoyed fishing and camping with his family. He is preceded in death by his parents; and sister,...

Joseph "Joe" Niebur

Joseph "Joe" Niebur

October 16, 2021

Joseph V. Niebur, age 70 of Hastings, passed away peacefully at home on October 16, 2021 surrounded by his family. Joseph Vernon, the son of Vernon and Agatha (Nicolai) Niebur, was born on February 17, 1951, in Northfield, Minnesota. Joe loved his family. He enjoyed fishing with his grandkids, spending time at the cabin with his family, and watching...

Henry  J. Fox

Henry J. Fox

October 14, 2021

Henry John Fox, 94, of Rosemount, passed away peacefully on October 14, 2021. He was welcomed to heaven by his wife, Katie and son Robert. Henry, the son of John and Clara (Conzemius) Fox, was born on October 29, 1926. Henry was united in marriage to Catherine Shields on September 5, 1953, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Rosemount....

Betty  M. Turnbull

Betty M. Turnbull

October 13, 2021

Betty M. Turnbull, age 93 of Hastings, died peacefully with her family at her side on Wednesday evening, October 13, 2021. Betty Mae, daughter of Alvin Callahan and Inga Paulson Callahan, was born on May 13, 1928, in Norma, N.D. She is preceded in death by her parents; her sisters, Lorraine (Lloyd), Delores (Merle), Jackie, Ilene, Carmon (Eugene); brother-in-law,...

Gary R. Johnson

Gary R. Johnson

October 13, 2021

Gary R. Johnson,

age 78 of Minneapolis.  Preceded in death by daughter, Cheryl Johnson.  Survived by wife of almost 36 years, Carol; sons, David (Shannon) and Brian; grandchildren, Tyler, Myles and one on the way; and sister, Susan (Dr. Clay IV) Dean.  Memorial Service,  1:00 PM, Monday, Oct. 25, 2021,  Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Avenue So.

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Allison N. Snyder

Allison N. Snyder

October 11, 2021

Snyder, Allison N.

Age 40 of Apple Valley, passed away on October 11, 2021. She was preceded in death by her brother, Andy Strand. She is survived by her husband, Greg; parents, Bob and Joan Strand; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Gary and Elaine Snyder; brother-in-law, Brian (Stephanie) Snyder; nephews, Harrison and Vincent; dog, Duncan; many other relatives and friends. Allison was a...

Matthew J. Wenthe

Matthew J. Wenthe

October 10, 2021

On Sunday, October 10, 2021, Matthew John Wenthe, loving husband and father of four, passed away with his family by his side, following a courageous battle with cancer, at the age of 46. Matthew was born on October 20, 1974, in Princeton, New Jersey, to Dean and Linda (Arnholt) Wenthe. Matthew spent most of his childhood years growing up...

Marjorie D. Mccanney

Marjorie D. Mccanney

October 10, 2021

Marjorie D. McCanney

Age 88 of Minneapolis, born May 13, 1933 in Duluth, MN to Edgar & Leah Miller, passed away October 10, 2021.

Marge was born and raised in Duluth and graduated from Denfeld HS.

She is preceded in death by her brother, Doug Miller.

Marge will be dearly missed by her husband, Robert “Bob”; son, Kevin; daughter, Julie and brother, Harris Miller.

Memorial...

Donald J. Halloff, Sr.

Donald J. Halloff, Sr.

October 10, 2021

Donald J. Halloff, Sr.

Age 78 of Bloomington, born February 17, 1943 in Minneapolis to Howard and Audrey Halloff, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on October 10, 2021.

He is preceded in death by his first wife, Johanna.

Don will be dearly missed by his loving wife of 19 years, Georgia; children: Scott, Don, Jr. (fiancée, Patty McKay), John (Hye Kyong), Paul...

Constance  E. Hoolehan

Constance E. Hoolehan

October 9, 2021

Constance E. "Connie" Hoolehan, age 90 of Hastings, died peacefully at Regina Medical Center on Saturday evening, October 9, 2021. Constance Elizabeth, the daughter of Conrad and Elizabeth (Pixley) Lein, was born on May 21, 1931, in Hudson, Wisconsin. Following her graduation from Hudson High School, Connie was united in marriage to Herman N. Holzemer in 1950, and they...

Margie E. Bergren

Margie E. Bergren

October 9, 2021

Bergren, Margie E.

Age 98, born in Lake Benton, MN, and former resident of South Minneapolis. Passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Oct. 9, 2021. Preceded in death by her loving husband of 75 years, Robert; parents, Nettie and Christie Nielsen; sisters, Lovilla, Deloris, Cleo and Joanie; and brothers, Lester and Waldon. Survived by children, Joyce (Robert) Iverson and Robert...

Kerry Flom

Kerry Flom

October 8, 2021

Kerry J. Flom, age 72 of Hastings, died peacefully on Friday afternoon, October 8, 2021, at United Hospital in St. Paul. Kerry Jane, the daughter of Frank and Ivedell (Wittua) O'Brien, was born on March 14, 1949, in Red Wing. She attended Hastings school district and graduated with the class of 1967. Kerry then briefly continued her education at...

Sean Kelsh

Sean Kelsh

October 8, 2021

Sean P. Kelsh, age 56 of Plum City, Wisconsin, died suddenly but peacefully at home on Friday afternoon, October 8, 2021. Sean Patrick, the son of Patrick and Patti (Gorny) Kelsh, was born on September 19, 1965, in Red Wing, Minnesota. At a young age, Sean's family briefly moved to Kansas City and later to Hastings where he attended...

Gary G. Zeimes

Gary G. Zeimes

October 6, 2021

Zeimes, Gary G.

Age 76 of Apple Valley, passed away on Oct. 6, 2021. Survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Barbara “Barbie”; children, Andy, Jennifer, and Jason (Sarah); grandchildren, Brooklyn, Bennett, Zachary, Maggie, Tyler, and Makenna; other relatives and friends. Gary was an avid hunter, fisherman, and snowmobiler. He loved spending time at the lake with his family and...

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